Interesting Places to Cover Along the Trans Siberian Rail Route

Getting the Trans Siberian train tickets and travelling along the rail route is no less than a dream. It is the longest railway line in the world, covering 9288 kilometers and spanning 7 time zones! It will take you a week to reach your destination but with the awe-inspiring scenic beauty you won’t even notice the distance you travelled! You can admire the mountains and  explore the wild side of Siberia, but whatever it may be, you’ll have plenty of stunning memories to make and take away with you.

Here’s a list of places that will hold your attention until you realize you’ve moved ahead.

l  St. Petersburg

It’s all romantic because of the splendid views around. Carefully preserved century old museums along the streets and bridges that will make you want to stand and admire the gorgeousness of the city. If you love everything ‘classic’ like theatre and ballet, then St. Petersburg will enthrall and inspire you. You can visit Peter and Paul  Fortress and St. Isaac’s Cathedral while you capture all the picturesque moments for your travel album.

l  Krasnoyarsk

Located on the banks of Yenisei River, this region is embraced by breathtaking mountains on both, the north and the south of the city. Mount Karaulnaya is located on the south of Krasnoyarsk and makes for an incredible view. Another unmissable place to visit while you’re in Krasnoyarsk is Zapovednik or the ‘Stolby’ National Reserve, the perfect destination for those who are into rock climbing. All in all, this place is an absolute delight for those who love nature and adventure.

l  Lake Baikal

The name is not unheard of because it is the biggest and the deepest lake in the world! The pure clear water and the opportunity to live in small wooden houses can excite any traveller. Add to it the experience of fishing and enjoying the delicious Baikal omul fish and you have the perfect plan for a day or two that will make you want to never leave. Don’t miss out on the unique flora and fauna surrounding the lake.

l  Vladivostok

This is the final destination of the long route that starts at St. Petersburg. The white washed railway station will welcome you to a place that is a military port housing the Russian Pacific Fleet. Vladivostok is a perfectly multicultural place where you will witness Russian language, Asian cuisine and Japanese cars. If you explore further, you will find remote and unexplored places around that will captivate you. These include Khasan and Olginsky and Khanka that are a breath of fresh air, literally; free of pollution and offering some spectacular sights to see.

There are so many places along the route that will catch your attention and will make you want to take the route over and over again. A life of back and forth on this route will never get boring. Considering the fact that every single time you will make new memories and capture new views, this route is always going to appeal to the ‘explorer’ in you.